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Jack and Sannie are running for office to make Kentucky a better place to live, work and raise a family. Find out more!Tue, 03 Mar 2015 16:33:10 +0000en-UShourly1http://wordpress.org/?v=4.1.1Conway calls for tax breaks near collegeshttps://conwayoverly.com/conway-calls-tax-breaks-near-colleges/
https://conwayoverly.com/conway-calls-tax-breaks-near-colleges/#commentsFri, 27 Feb 2015 14:27:12 +0000http://conwayoverly.com/?p=916Jack Conway, the attorney general who is running for Kentucky governor, told a business group in Louisville Thursday that he would push for tax incentives for businesses that locate near colleges and universities, expand job retraining opportunities for workers and make preschool education more available for poor families. Speaking at a luncheon for Greater Louisville […]

]]>Jack Conway, the attorney general who is running for Kentucky governor, told a business group in Louisville Thursday that he would push for tax incentives for businesses that locate near colleges and universities, expand job retraining opportunities for workers and make preschool education more available for poor families.

Speaking at a luncheon for Greater Louisville Inc., the Metro Chamber of Commerce, Conway laid out his vision for Kentucky, which he said will include more and better jobs and kids that will have a better chance of succeeding when they grow up.

]]>https://conwayoverly.com/conway-calls-tax-breaks-near-colleges/feed/0Ky Democrats rally early behind Jack Conwayhttps://conwayoverly.com/ky-democrats-rally-early-behind-jack-conway/
https://conwayoverly.com/ky-democrats-rally-early-behind-jack-conway/#commentsTue, 10 Feb 2015 14:11:30 +0000http://conwayoverly.com/?p=811In an effort to show they are unified heading into a race critical to the Democratic Party in Kentucky, party leaders rallied the troops Monday, nearly nine months before the election. “This is what the future of the Commonwealth of Kentucky is all about,” Gov. Steve Beshear said, referring to a group of Democratic candidates […]

]]>In an effort to show they are unified heading into a race critical to the Democratic Party in Kentucky, party leaders rallied the troops Monday, nearly nine months before the election.

“This is what the future of the Commonwealth of Kentucky is all about,” Gov. Steve Beshear said, referring to a group of Democratic candidates and officials behind him. “These people are going to step up, they’re going to win this election and they’re going to keep this state moving in the right direction.”

]]>https://conwayoverly.com/ky-democrats-rally-early-behind-jack-conway/feed/0Jack Conway takes reins of party as Kentucky Democrats rally behind “new generation” of candidateshttps://conwayoverly.com/jack-conway-takes-reins-party-kentucky-democrats-rally-behind-new-generation-candidates/
https://conwayoverly.com/jack-conway-takes-reins-party-kentucky-democrats-rally-behind-new-generation-candidates/#commentsTue, 10 Feb 2015 14:01:08 +0000http://conwayoverly.com/?p=809Kentucky Democrats got their first glimpse of the party under gubernatorial candidate Jack Conway Monday, as the party faithful welcomed a new chairman with close ties to the likely nominee and rallied behind this year’s crop of candidates. Conway will almost certainly head the Democratic ballot this fall as his former chief deputy attorney general, […]

]]>Kentucky Democrats got their first glimpse of the party under gubernatorial candidate Jack Conway Monday, as the party faithful welcomed a new chairman with close ties to the likely nominee and rallied behind this year’s crop of candidates.

Conway will almost certainly head the Democratic ballot this fall as his former chief deputy attorney general, Edgewood attorney Patrick Hughes, leads the Kentucky Democratic Party in his first election cycle as chairman, an appointment announced Saturday.

]]>https://conwayoverly.com/jack-conway-takes-reins-party-kentucky-democrats-rally-behind-new-generation-candidates/feed/0Gerth: Jack Conway gets pass in Democratic primaryhttps://conwayoverly.com/gerth-jack-conway-gets-pass-democratic-primary/
https://conwayoverly.com/gerth-jack-conway-gets-pass-democratic-primary/#commentsSun, 01 Feb 2015 01:04:09 +0000http://conwayoverly.com/?p=794FRANKFORT, Ky. – For the first time since Kentucky began selecting gubernatorial nominees with party primaries rather than state conventions in 1935, the state’s Democrats won’t have a truly contested primary for an open gubernatorial seat. Call it a testament to getting in the race early and tying up all the big political givers, but […]

]]>FRANKFORT, Ky. – For the first time since Kentucky began selecting gubernatorial nominees with party primaries rather than state conventions in 1935, the state’s Democrats won’t have a truly contested primary for an open gubernatorial seat.

Call it a testament to getting in the race early and tying up all the big political givers, but Attorney General Jack Conway has done what had seemed unthinkable. He cleared the field.

“Sannie and I are incredibly honored to have Auditor Edelen’s support for our campaign,” said Attorney General Jack Conway. “Adam is a good friend and a true public servant. He has been a zealous advocate for Kentuckians as their taxpayer watchdog by exposing fraud and wasteful spending. Adam is a valued partner and we look forward to working with him to move our Commonwealth forward.”

Voters elected Adam Edelen as the 46th Auditor of Public Accounts in 2011. He has served as a vigorous watchdog for Kentucky taxpayers. He has tackled fraud and abuse in nearly two dozen public schools, has rooted out waste in state and local government, and has fought for increased cyber protections for Kentuckians.

“Jack Conway ought to be our next Governor,” said Edelen. “His intellect, commitment and experience are unmatched in the field. Jack will never forget that Kentuckians deserve a governor who puts people above politics.”

The Conway-Overly ticket has received support from leaders in every region of Kentucky, including the late United States Senator Wendell Ford, Congressman John Yarmuth, Lieutenant Governor Crit Luallen, former Governor Paul Patton, and Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes.

The ticket has also received support from organizations representing the working men and women of Kentucky, including the Kentucky State AFL-CIO, Kentucky State Building and Construction Trades Council, the United Steelworkers, Greater Louisville Building and Construction Trades Council, Jefferson County Teachers Association, Teamsters, IBEW, Boilermakers, UFCW, IUE-CWA, United Auto Workers, the Kentucky Laborers’ District Council, and Kentucky Pipe Trades Association.

]]>https://conwayoverly.com/conway-overly-kentucky-receives-endorsement-kentucky-auditor-public-accounts-adam-edelen/feed/0Conway starts race in position of strengthhttps://conwayoverly.com/conway-starts-race-position-strength/
https://conwayoverly.com/conway-starts-race-position-strength/#commentsThu, 29 Jan 2015 22:55:49 +0000http://conwayoverly.com/?p=784A bulletin from the Democratic Governors Association: Conway starts race in position of strength As Democrats continue to consolidate around Attorney General Jack Conway (Allison Lundergran-Grimes endorsed today), and Republicans embark on a divisive and heated primary contest the Kentucky Democratic Party today released an internal poll that shows Conway to be in a clear position of […]

As the only candidate with a strong statewide name ID (74%), Conway starts the race with a double-digit lead against two of his Republican opponents. (The poll was conducted before Matt Bevin and Will T. Scott entered the race). It’s also important to note that as he begins his final year in office, Democratic Governor Steve Beshear has a strong favorable rating of 54-22 and a strong job performance number of 56%.

]]>https://conwayoverly.com/conway-starts-race-position-strength/feed/0Jack Conway and Sannie Grateful for a United Democratic Partyhttps://conwayoverly.com/jack-conway-sannie-grateful-united-democratic-party/
https://conwayoverly.com/jack-conway-sannie-grateful-united-democratic-party/#commentsTue, 27 Jan 2015 22:05:16 +0000http://conwayoverly.com/?p=763“We are going to win in November because we have the best record of service and the best plan for the future.” – Attorney General Jack Conway “Sannie Overly and I are humbled that the Democratic Party stands united behind us as we seek to lead Kentucky into the future. Our campaign is not about […]

]]>“We are going to win in November because we have the best record of service and the best plan for the future.” – Attorney General Jack Conway

“Sannie Overly and I are humbled that the Democratic Party stands united behind us as we seek to lead Kentucky into the future. Our campaign is not about us; it’s about better educational opportunities for our children, better job opportunities at home, better investment in essential needs and services, and a fiscally responsible government for our people. In the coming weeks and months, we look forward to campaigning and sharing our plan throughout Kentucky.

We have been so blessed to have early support from many organizations and many public officials, especially Lt. Gov. Crit Luallen, Rep. John Yarmuth, and the late Senator Wendell Ford. As we unite the Democratic Party for our efforts this year, Sannie and I are so grateful for what many have already done — and what we know many are willing to do. We are going to win in November because we have the best record of service and the best plan for the future, and I look forward to working with all in our Party to advance what will be a strong Democratic ticket.

Working together, we can create a brighter future for Democrats, Republicans and Independents alike, and we can make Kentucky an even better place to live, work and raise a family.”

]]>https://conwayoverly.com/jack-conway-sannie-grateful-united-democratic-party/feed/0Conway-Overly for Kentucky receives endorsement from former Governor Paul Pattonhttps://conwayoverly.com/conway-overly-kentucky-receives-endorsement-former-governor-paul-patton/
https://conwayoverly.com/conway-overly-kentucky-receives-endorsement-former-governor-paul-patton/#commentsTue, 27 Jan 2015 21:57:22 +0000http://conwayoverly.com/?p=760“As Attorney General, Jack has a record of fighting for Kentucky families, being fiscally conservative, leading the fight against drug abuse, and standing up for those whose voices are often unheard. He is a leader, and I know he is committed to fighting for Kentuckians in every part of the Bluegrass State.” – Governor Paul […]

]]>“As Attorney General, Jack has a record of fighting for Kentucky families, being fiscally conservative, leading the fight against drug abuse, and standing up for those whose voices are often unheard. He is a leader, and I know he is committed to fighting for Kentuckians in every part of the Bluegrass State.” – Governor Paul Patton

“Sannie and I are humbled to have the support of my friend, Governor Paul Patton,” said Attorney General Jack Conway. “Governor Patton has been a longtime mentor. He knew the importance of our infrastructure; he worked to improve Kentucky’s schools, and was a champion for our coal economy. He is a dedicated public servant who fought for a better life for every Kentuckian.”

Former Governor Paul Patton of Pikeville served as the 59th Governor of Kentucky from 1995 to 2003. One of Governor Patton’s greatest achievements was reforming Kentucky’s higher education system, which reorganized the Commonwealth’s community and technical colleges under the Kentucky Community and Technical College System.

“I am proud to endorse Jack Conway and Sannie Overly to be the next Governor and Lt. Governor of Kentucky because I know their experiences have prepared them to move our Commonwealth forward,” Patton said. “I have known Jack since he began his work in public service in my administration. As Attorney General, Jack has a record of fighting for Kentucky families, being fiscally conservative, leading the fight against drug abuse, and standing up for those whose voices are often unheard. He is a leader, and I know he is committed to fighting for Kentuckians in every part of the Bluegrass State.”

The Conway-Overly ticket has worked to unify the Democratic Party. It has received support from leaders in every region in Kentucky, including the late United States Senator Wendell Ford, Congressman John Yarmuth, Lieutenant Governor Crit Luallen.

The ticket has received support from organizations representing the working men and women of Kentucky, including the Kentucky State AFL-CIO, Kentucky State Building and Construction Trades Council, the United Steelworkers, Greater Louisville Building and Construction Trades Council, Jefferson County Teachers Association, Teamsters, IBEW, Boilermakers, UFCW, IUE-CWA, United Auto Workers, The Kentucky Laborers’ District Council, and Kentucky Pipe Trades Association.

]]>https://conwayoverly.com/conway-overly-kentucky-receives-endorsement-former-governor-paul-patton/feed/0Conway-Overly for Kentucky receives endorsement from the United Steelworkershttps://conwayoverly.com/conway-overly-kentucky-receives-endorsement-united-steelworkers/
https://conwayoverly.com/conway-overly-kentucky-receives-endorsement-united-steelworkers/#commentsMon, 26 Jan 2015 22:01:19 +0000http://conwayoverly.com/?p=754“Jack Conway and Sannie Overly have a clear record of advocating for Kentucky’s working families.” – Billy Thompson, United Steelworkers District 8 director LOUISVILLE, Ky. (January 26, 2015) – Attorney General Jack Conway and Rep. Sannie Overly today received the endorsement of the United Steelworkers (USW). “We are proud to have the support of the […]

]]>“Jack Conway and Sannie Overly have a clear record of advocating for Kentucky’s working families.” – Billy Thompson, United Steelworkers District 8 director

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (January 26, 2015) – Attorney General Jack Conway and Rep. Sannie Overly today received the endorsement of the United Steelworkers (USW).

“We are proud to have the support of the United Steelworkers,” said Attorney General Jack Conway. “Sannie and I have a proven record of standing up for the working men and women of our Commonwealth and will work to create good-paying jobs and better wages for all of Kentucky’s families.”

The Kentucky United Steelworkers represents 15,000 active and retired members in Kentucky. Its members have worked in manufacturing, the health care industry, construction, paper production, and others professions.

“Jack Conway and Sannie Overly have a clear record of advocating for Kentucky’s working families,” said Billy Thompson, United Steelworkers District 8 director. “Their plan to bring good-paying jobs to Kentucky and to invest in our infrastructure will move our Commonwealth forward. We are proud to support this team because we know they are the best choice to lead Kentucky.”

This is the latest in a series of endorsements from organizations representing the working men and women of Kentucky. The Conway-Overly ticket has received support from the Kentucky State AFL-CIO, Kentucky State Building and Construction Trades Council, Greater Louisville Building and Construction Trades Council, Jefferson County Teachers Association, Teamsters, IBEW, Boilermakers, UFCW, IUE-CWA, United Auto Workers, The Kentucky Laborers’ District Council, and Kentucky Pipe Trades Association.

]]>https://conwayoverly.com/conway-overly-kentucky-receives-endorsement-united-steelworkers/feed/0Conway-Overly for Kentucky receives endorsement from the Greater Louisville Building and Construction Trades Councilhttps://conwayoverly.com/conway-overly-kentucky-receives-endorsement-greater-louisville-building-construction-trades-council/
https://conwayoverly.com/conway-overly-kentucky-receives-endorsement-greater-louisville-building-construction-trades-council/#commentsFri, 23 Jan 2015 18:38:24 +0000http://conwayoverly.com/?p=748“We are proud to stand with these two champions for working families who will focus on creating good paying jobs, investing in our infrastructure, and fighting for better wages for hard-working Kentuckians.” – Joe Wise, Greater Louisville Building & Construction Trades Council Business Manager LOUISVILLE, Ky. (January 23, 2015) – Attorney General Jack Conway and […]

]]>“We are proud to stand with these two champions for working families who will focus on creating good paying jobs, investing in our infrastructure, and fighting for better wages for hard-working Kentuckians.” – Joe Wise, Greater Louisville Building & Construction Trades Council Business Manager

“We are honored to have this show of support from the Greater Louisville Building and Construction Trades Council,” said Attorney General Conway. “We will continue to stand for better wages for working families and focus our efforts on creating good paying jobs.”

The Greater Louisville Building and Construction Trades Council represents workers in various careers ranging from bricklayers to boilermakers. The Council represents approximately 10,000 workers. Their members have worked on notable projects such as the KFC Yum! Center, construction for the Ford Motor Company and Chevrolet Corvette plant, and are currently involved on the Ohio River Bridges project.

“Jack and Sannie have a vision to make Kentucky an even better place to live, work, and raise a family,” said Joe Wise, business manager of the Greater Louisville Building and Construction Trades Council. “We are proud to stand with these two champions for working families who will focus on creating good paying jobs, investing in our infrastructure, and fighting for better wages for hard-working Kentuckians. Jack Conway and Sannie Overly are the clear choice to serve as our next Governor and Lt. Governor.”

This is the latest in a series of endorsements from organizations representing the working men and women of Kentucky. The Conway-Overly ticket has received support from the Kentucky State AFL-CIO, Kentucky State Building and Construction Trades Council, Jefferson County Teachers Association, Teamsters, IBEW, Boilermakers, UFCW, IUE-CWA, United Auto Workers, The Kentucky Laborers’ District Council, and Kentucky Pipe Trades Association.